Students distribute fruits among patients as part of 'Physio week 2012'

January 9, 2012

Mangalore, January 9: As part of the 'Physio week 2012', being organised by South Kanara Physiotherapy Teacher's Association, a fruit distribution programmes was organized for patients on Monday, the third day.

The event was inaugurated by Praveen Kumar, Mayor of Mangalore City Corporation. Dr GM Sangameshwara, District Medical Officer, Government Wenlock Hospital was the chief guest.

Dr Hansraj Alva, Managing Director, Vinaya Hospital and Research Centre and Dr. Ranjith Shetty, Trustee, Dr. MV Shetty Memorial Trust were the guests of honour.

The Physio students with loss of parent participated in this event and distributed the fruits to the patients in Government Wenlock Hospital.

Fruits were also distributed in old age homes such as The Little Sister's of the poor in Nanthur, St. Ann's Old Age Home in Capitanio, Abhaya Ashrama in Konaje and in Orphanage Centres in Mangalore.

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In an era where digital distractions are the primary rival to academic excellence, the Karnataka Education Department is taking the fight directly to the living room. As the SSLC (Class 10) annual examinations loom, officials have launched a localized "digital strike" to ensure students aren't losing their competitive edge to scrolling or soap operas.

The 7-to-9 Lockdown

The department has issued a formal directive urging—and in some cases, enforcing via home visits—a total blackout of mobile phones and television sets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This two-hour window is being designated as "sacred study time" across the state until the examinations conclude on April 2.

Key Pillars of the Initiative:

• Doorstep Advocacy: Teachers are transitioning from classrooms to living rooms, meeting parents to explain the psychological benefits of a distraction-free environment.

• Parental Accountability: The campaign shifts the burden of discipline from the student to the household, asking parents to lead by example and switch off their own devices.

• The Timeline: The focus remains sharp on the upcoming exam block, scheduled from March 18 to April 2.

"The objective is simple: uninterrupted focus. We are reclaiming the evening hours for the students, ensuring their environment is as prepared as their minds," stated a senior department official.

Student vs. Reality

While the student community has largely welcomed the "forced focus"—with many admitting they lack the willpower to ignore notifications—the move has sparked a debate on enforceability. Without a "TV Police," the success of this initiative rests entirely on the shoulders of parents and the persuasive power of visiting educators.

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